With the 2013 World Cup of Pool set to take place in London from 17-22 September, it’s no surprise that leading UK bookmaking firm William Hill have installed the super-talented Filipino pairing of Dennis Orcullo and Lee Vann Corteza as joint favorites at 8/1 along with the USA.

The deadly duo from Manila, currently world ranked #2 and #3 respectively, are certainly one of the in-form pairs competing for the $60,000 top prize when 32 two-player teams from all over the world convene at the York Hall for the six day event.

Although the Philippines have won this event on two occasions in its seven year history, both times it was the pairing of Pinoy pool legends Efren Reyes and Francisco Bustamante who claimed the glory.

The nearest Orcollo has come was a runners-up spot in 2010 when he and Roberto Gomez were well beaten by China, while Corteza will be making his second appearance in the competition after partnering Orcullo in Manila in 2012.

Last September, with the weight of expectation on their shoulders, they flopped, going down 8-7 to a giant-killers Switzerland in the first round.

“I am very honored to be given another chance to represent the Philippines in the World Cup of Pool,” said Corteza.

“To be honest, last year was like a blur and it was over before we knew it. The pressure from our home crowd was a little too much to handle but hopefully this time we can perform better.”

There will certainly be plenty of Filipinos in the crowd when Corteza and Orcullo break off against Croatia on the opening night but it will be nothing to compare to the stifling pressure of 3,000 countrymen willing every ball into the pockets.

Orcullo added, “We feel a bit more confident away from home but it would be great if there were some of our countrymen cheering us on.

“Playing in the World Cup is always a thrill and this is my fifth consecutive year with four different partners. My dream is to finally raise the Cup this year together with Lee Vann. We are more mature, a little more confident and we are very hungry to win this one.”

“It’s certainly one of the best tournaments on the calendar and when you’re playing for your country it always means a little bit more.”

The 2013 World Cup of Pool runs from 17 – 22 September and takes place at the York Hall, London.

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observer [ Fri Sep 06, 2013 8:51 pm ]

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World Cup of Pool set for world-wide stream

Matchroom Sport in conjunction with internet partners Perform, are delighted to announce that the entire 2013 World Cup of Pool will be available as a live online stream. Taking place at the York Hall in East London from 17-22 September, all 31 matches will be streamed by LIVESPORT.TV

With exclusive worldwide coverage (excluding UK and Ireland), LIVESPORT.TV offers high quality streaming with full match commentary from every single game at this year’s World Cup of Pool.

Whatever your country, you can catch all 32 teams in action as they battle it out over six days to be crowned champions and claim the $60,000 top prize.

With 31 matches in total and around 50 hours of the very best in pool action, the complete live stream is available for an incredible one-off payment of just $8.99/€7.99 and is available on PC and Mac.

Commented Matchroom Sport chairman Barry Hearn, “This is great news for pool fans around the world and gives everyone the opportunity to cheer on their country via their computer.

“Fans from everywhere will be able to access the live Sky Sports coverage of the World Cup in a production that is second to none, and witness all the excitement of one of the greatest pool tournaments in the world!”

World Cup Of Pool odds by team(Payout is per 100 Dollar/Pounds/Euros/Peso bet):

England A +450

USA +800

Philippines +900

Taiwan +1100

Canada +1200

England B +1200

Holland +1200

Germany +1400

China +2000

Finland +2000

Italy +2500

Japan +2500

Austria +2800

Greece +4000

Hong Kong +4000

Korea +4000

Russia +4000

Croatia +5000

Spain +5000

Sweden +5000

India +6600

Poland +6600

Scotland +6600

Indonesia +8000

Belgium +10000

Hungary +10000

Singapore +10000

Estonia +12500

Kuwait +15000

Portugal +15000

Australia +25000

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observer [ Fri Sep 13, 2013 8:59 pm ]

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Star-studded World Cup line up revealed

With the eighth running of the annual World Cup of Pool now a month away, the full line-up of players competing in the $250,000 event can be revealed. 32 pairs of players representing 31 countries will be coming to London from the 17th – 22nd September as the fabled pool and boxing venue of the York Hall plays host to one of the biggest events on the pool calendar.

15 of the world’s top 20 ranked players will be in attendance in what arguably is the event’s strongest line up yet. Among favourites for the title will be two-time World Cup winners China – represented by Li Hewen and Liu Haitao – and the highly dangerous Filipino pairing of Dennis Orcullo and Lee Vann Corteza.

Other notable duos from the Far East include the Chinese Taipei representatives, Ko Pin-yi and Chang Jung Lin, and Japan’s Naoyuki Oi and Lo Li-wen.

Mosconi Cup legend Johnny Archer will be partnered by Shane Van Boeing as the USA look to repeat the feat of Shane and Rodney Morris in Rotterdam in 2008 by winning the trophy for the second time.

English hopes come in the shape of World No.1 Darren Appleton and Karl Boyes, as well as Daryl Peach and Chris Melling. Both will be fancied to make a big impact in London.

Nick Van den Berg and Niels Feijen will be carrying orange hopes on their shoulders, while veteran Ralf Souquet will be partnered by young gun Dominic Jentsch as Germany attempt to win for the second time in three years.

Finally, can the Finnish pair of Mika Immonen and Petri Makkonen stage a repeat of their brilliant run to the title in Manila last year?

Matchroom Sport chairman Barry Hearn said, “Looking at the teams for this year’s event, I reckon that at least half of them are in with a shout if the balls roll their way.

“However, you’d have to look at the track record of China, the sheer class of the Filipinos, the pedigree of the United States and of course the two high-quality English teams.

“As we’ve seen in the past though, there are always unfancied sides that emerge from the pack and make serious challenges for the title. Either way, the World Cup of Pool will be a feast for cue sports fans and with the York Hall playing host, this one should be the best yet!”